AYANEO Pocket AIR Mini Full Review

Description :

Ayaneo Pocket Air Mini is a compact handheld gaming console that runs on Android 11 and is designed for retro and mobile gaming. It features a 4.2‑inch LCD display with a 1280x960 resolution, 60 Hz refresh rate, and around 500 nits brightness. The device is lightweight with ergonomic grips and a balanced button layout. It is powered by a MediaTek Helio G90T processor with two Cortex‑A76 cores and six Cortex‑A55 cores, paired with a Mali‑G76 GPU. Available in 2 GB/32 GB or 3 GB/64 GB configurations, it supports expandable storage via microSD. An active cooling system with a built‑in fan maintains stable performance during long sessions. The 4500 mAh battery supports 18 W fast charging via USB‑C. Controls include hall‑effect analog sticks, hall linear triggers, ABXY buttons, a D‑pad, and functional buttons such as power, volume, and an AYA shortcut. Connectivity options include dual‑band Wi‑Fi, Bluetooth 5, a 3.5 mm headphone jack, and a USB‑C port. The console is optimized for retro emulation and mobile games, offering good performance for its size and price with customizable performance profiles through Ayaneo’s software interface.